Phong Nha Cave and Paradise Cave: Guided Boat Tour & Exploration
Overview
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10 hours
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Embark on an Epic Journey into Phong Nha - Ke Bang’s Underground Kingdom
Discover one of Vietnam’s greatest natural marvels at Phong Nha - Ke Bang National Park, where ancient limestone mountains and lush jungles hide breathtaking underground worlds. Cruise through Phong Nha Cave, home to the world’s longest underground river and shimmering stalactites that reflect a surreal, mystical light.
Step into the heart of Paradise Cave, often called a "palace beneath the earth", with its vast chambers, towering formations, and a dramatic wooden walkway that stretches deep into the cave’s core.
Beyond the caves, explore a world of rich biodiversity, prehistoric geology, and tranquil beauty. This journey is not just a tour — it's an immersion into nature’s most awe-inspiring creations, where every step reveals a new wonder waiting to be uncovered.
Additional Info
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please provide the name and address of your hotel in Dong Hoi or Phong Nha for pick-up arrangements.
You need to provide the tour leader's phone number and preferred method of contact so the tour operator can reach out to you directly after booking.
If you're vegetarian or have any special dietary needs, please let the local operator know in advance.
You can also end your trip in Dong Hoi or Phong Nha.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
An English-speaking tour guide with expertise in the history and culture of the caves
Hotel pickup and drop-off in Dong Hoi city or Phong Nha village
Bottled water
Buggy ride through the jungle
Entrance tickets to Phong Nha Cave and Paradise Cave
300 meter exploration on foot inside Phong Nha Cave
1 kilometer exploration of Paradise Cave
Travel hat
• Enjoy lunch at a restaurant in Phong Nha - Ke Bang National Park (with the option to choose vegetarian dishes)
Dragon boat ride on the Son river
Far pick up surcharge if you stay out of the pick up area
Tet holiday fees (10 USD per person)
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
What To Expect
Dong Hoi
7:15 AM - 7:45 AM: Begin your adventure with a convenient hotel pick-up from Dong Hoi city or Dong Hoi train station.
Phong Nha
8:30 AM - 8:45 AM: Pick-up from your hotel/homstay in the scenic Phong Nha Village area.
Options
Group Tour: Drop-off in Hue
Group Tour : Includes a Son River boat ride to Phong Nha and a buggy ride through the forest to Paradise Cave
Standard service
Duration: 1 day
Lunch and Bottled Water: Includes lunch and 2 bottles of water per person per tour
Phong Nha and Paradise caves : Pick-up from Dong Hoi & Phong Nha → Visit Paradise Cave → Lunch → Explore
Phong Nha Cave → Drop-off at Hue
Van/ Bus: Ford Transit and Hyundai Solati vans, offering spacious and comfortable transportation .
Services: Includes entrance fees, professional tour guide, & travel insurance to ensure a smooth and safe journey for all participants
Pickup included
Group tour: no tickets
Group Tour : If you want to explore both caves, the tour guide will assist you in purchasing the tickets.
Duration: 9 hours
Lunch and Bottled Water: Includes lunch and 2 bottles of water per person per tour
Dong Hoi-Phong Nha Tour Route: Pick-up → Paradise Cave (no tickets) Lunch → Phong Nha Cave(no tickets) → Drop-off
Minivan: Ford Transit and Hyundai Solati vans, offering spacious and comfortable transportation for groups of up to 16 passengers
Services: Tour includes guide & insurance – tickets to 2 sites not included.
Pickup included
Group: Drop Dong Hoi/Phong Nha
Group Tour : Includes a Son River boat ride to Phong Nha Cave and a buggy ride through the forest to Paradise Cave
Standard Service
Duration: 9 hours
Lunch and Bottled Water: Includes lunch and 2 bottles of water per person per tour
Dong Hoi-Phong Nha Tour Route: Pick-up from Dong Hoi & Phong Nha → Visit Paradise Cave → Lunch → Explore Phong Nha Cave → Drop-off at Phong Nha & Dong Hoi
Minibus: Ford Transit and Hyundai Solati vans, offering spacious and comfortable transportation for groups of up to 16 passengers
Services: Includes entrance fees, professional tour guide, & travel insurance to ensure a smooth and safe journey for all participants
Pickup included
Private Tour
Farm Life – Hands-on Fun: Feed ducks, ride buffaloes, fish, and pick fruits. Enjoy local snacks and fresh tea.
Price: 100,000 VND per person
Duration: 9 hours: Visit Phong Nha and Paradise Caves in 9 hours, including transportation from Dong Hoi and a boat ride to Phong Nha Cave.
Local Specialty Lunch: Enjoy a tasty lunch with grilled meat, fish, rice, and fresh vegetables. Vegetarian options are available.
Tourist SUV or Minivan: Travel in comfort with a tourist SUV or minivan, tailored to accommodate your group size.
Pickup included
Reviews
258 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
I had a fantastic,...
Ty O,
Nov 13, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00I had a fantastic, informative day with Mr. Strong throughout my tour of Paradise cave and Phong Nha Cave. Highly recommended.
Great experience
Y1600XBjamesb,
Nov 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00An excellent experience and service from Sovaba Travel. Fantastic and fun staff from pickup to drop off. We did 2 days of tours seeing 3 caves and the Duck farm. Paradise cave was an amazing experience, about the best caves I have seen. So large and very few people inside so easy to enjoy the atmosphere. The Dark cave we were lucky enough to just have the guide to ourselves. A great experience to climb through the mud with only a head torch. Phong Nha cave was good just a bit full of water but that is the time of year. The Duck farm was a fun experience. Those ducks and the farmer was crazy. The transport was comfortable and not crowded. Lunch was excellent on both days. 5 star all the way!
Exceptional Tour of Paradise and Phong Nha Caves
601eliap,
Nov 9, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our tour of the Paradise Cave and Phong Nha Cave in Vietnam was absolutely unforgettable — a true 5-star experience from start to finish! The caves themselves were breathtaking, with Paradise Cave’s towering chambers and dazzling rock formations and Phong Nha Cave’s serene boat journey. What made the day even more special were the incredible guides — friendly, knowledgeable, and genuinely passionate about sharing the natural beauty and history of the area. It was the perfect mix of adventure, wonder, and warm Vietnamese hospitality — an experience I’d recommend to anyone visiting Phong Nha!
Great tour guides and no shopping
O1417KKjayc,
Nov 9, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great excursion, great leads like Victor and Jessica which brought a lot of enthusiasm, knowledge, and fun. Easy pick up and drop off from your hotel, and no forced shopping trips to stores. Lunch included. Would highly recommend.
Very good tour
Climber51201860311,
Nov 9, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The tour of the paradise caves and the phong nha cave was good (the paradise one I liked better), we had 2 guides, the first one told us some things about the paradise cave and about the phong nha park and the second guide Jessica Tra guided us very well and was very funny, it was impossible not to smile with her.
Jessica was really great....
Benjamin S,
Nov 8, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Jessica was really great. She picked us up, took really good care of us, and even went to the duck farm with us afterwards. Thank you for this great experience!
Unfortunate Mother Nature
Valerie T,
Nov 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Jessica was awesome. She was very informative, honest, and a great photographer. If was very unfortunate that we were only able to see one of the 2 caves dues to Mother Nature. Regardless, Jessica made it fun. Thank you for a wonderful trip Jessica.
Tour with Jessica
hubovam,
Nov 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We went to the tour with Jessica, who was very nice and enthusiastic! The tour was well organized, everything went smooth. We had a great lunch and we learned some vietnamese words!
Paradise Cave
jofremansoh,
Nov 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We visited the Paradise and Phong Nha cave and we enjoyed it a lot. Thanks to Jessica, we think she’s excellent with her job!
Very nice experience
32asukah,
Oct 31, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Due to heavy rain, we were unable to enter Phong Nha Cave. However, we were able to go to Commander Cave instead. In the morning, we went to Paradise Cave, which was a wonderful experience. After lunch at a restaurant in Phong Nha, we had to choose between playing with animals and cooking at a farm, or going to Commander Cave. Our group chose Commander Cave. It's a historic cave used by the military, and although it's small, it's very fun. Our guide was very friendly, making our trip exciting and answering all our questions. The driver drove safely through the wet and rough roads. It was a very enjoyable trip!
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